Coalition Reform Week: Pensions, Taxes and Health Insurance:
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Coalition Advances Critical Summer Reform AgendaKey reforms on pensions, health insurance, and taxes are set for approval by mid-July to address growing financial gaps.
- The Union and SPD are holding detailed discussions to resolve disputes over pensions, care, health insurance, and tax policies.
- The coalition committee scheduled for July 1 aims to finalize major proposals and ensure political consensus.
- Priority is given to stabilizing statutory health and long-term care insurance amid increasing budget shortfalls.
- Tax reforms include raising the top tax rate threshold and modifying excise taxes, effective from January 2027.
"Momentum for the reforms"— Friedrich Merz, CDU leader, commenting on the reform agenda
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